One1

One1 BSN, RN

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  1. Don't you hate those bad IV days?

    One1 replied to brainkandy87's topic in Emergency

    Yup, never tell them that until you have the line in, just in

  2. Do nurses use their wristwatch in real life nursing?

    One1 replied to northmississippi's topic in General Nursing

    All the time: for respiration rates, heart rates, meds that need to be pushed slow, and documenting

  3. Apply for RN/BSN program before pre-reqs are done???

    One1 replied to Guest557635's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It is common to apply for schools before you are done with your prerequisites. It takes a few months to a year from the time you apply until you actually start the program, and schools are not...

  4. What does it take to be considered for an ER position as a New Graduate RN?

    One1 replied to mikeynizm's topic in Emergency

    Some even recommend 2 years experience before taking the CEN. I would hold off taking the CEN without real-life experience to fall back on, but like TheSquire said, it's your money.. I second the EMT...

  5. Comfortable shoes for the ER

    One1 replied to nursegirl75's topic in Emergency

    [quote=nursegirl75;6062755 @One1- That's a really good deal! :) can you tell me if you can buy that on-line? I don't have much time to shop and so have been going on-line for shoes :) Oh and how long...

  6. Comfortable shoes for the ER

    One1 replied to nursegirl75's topic in Emergency

    I'm a Reebok's fan. I can wear Zig tech or Real flex shoes for 12 hr shifts and walk out without any pain. You can always find some models on sale. My last pair cost about $40 on

  7. Is there a CO school WITHOUT a wait list?

    One1 replied to jgs284's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I graduated from an accelerated (BSN) program. Not all, but the majority of my cohort found jobs quickly, and many of them were hired by their senior practicum placement (department or at least...

  8. Am I cut out for the ED?

    One1 replied to Hope.A's topic in Emergency

    Only you can tell if you are "cut out" for the ED. As in every area, there are all types of personalities working in the ED. Can you shadow or do a clinical rotation in the ED while in school? That...

  9. ER Nurses- How do you feel about ED volunteers?

    One1 replied to VagusX's topic in Emergency

    What you will be able to do or not depends on the hospital. Our volunteers are not allowed to move patients/get patients in and out of bed and should not touch monitor or pump settings. Volunteers are...

  10. "No Complaints Voiced"??

    One1 replied to Hooch's topic in General Nursing

    If it is regarding pain, I will note 0/10 for pain and write in the pain comment box "Pt states he/she has no pain at this time". If I ask them about (e.g.) resp complaints and they have none then I...

  11. swabbing off iv ports or saline locks before hooking up fluids

    One1 replied to tjnurse67's topic in General Nursing

    I always have alcohol swabs and red caps in one of my scrub

  12. Will nursing grow on me?

    One1 replied to lilmissnurse12's topic in General Nursing

    I agree that your opinion of nursing seems very negative. If you truly feel that way then your feelings will reflect in the kind of care you will give your patients. Not to say that you should...

  13. Question about preceptors/orientation

    One1 replied to sunkissedmspriss's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You should still get an orientation period with a preceptor, however the length may vary. If you work in a doctor's office for a while (or in any position as an RN really) you might not qualify for...

  14. Medication Pronounciation!

    One1 replied to magdauguu's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Don't let people get you down for having an accent and pronouncing things differently. Here is a website I used a lot when I was in nursing school because I would get funny looks for how I pronounced...

  15. Scored a job interview, but may be in over my head

    One1 replied to kate0010's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Why don't you find out what sort of training/support they will offer you as a new grad so that you can succeed? Otherwise, only you know if you are feeling up to a "steep learning curve" initial year...

  16. Should I take a part time position as a new grad??

    One1 replied to alwalRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You can also ask if you would be able to pick up open shifts once you are off orientation. Many workplaces have these which allow you to boost your hours from PT to

  17. Seeking information on BSN programs in Colorado: Pros/Cons

    One1 replied to MR1010's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Thanks,

  18. Seeking information on BSN programs in Colorado: Pros/Cons

    One1 replied to MR1010's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Hi Carlyd, congrats to being accepted! I finished the program this spring and have been happily employed since. A handful of the students in my cohort had children, and it is absolutely doable to get...

  19. Regis Spring 2012 (as well as CU and Metro)

    One1 replied to sunshinelu86's topic in School, College Programs

    Good luck to all of you. It is a great program with great clinical placements. Use your clinicals to make connections for future job opportunities - senior practicum can be your 5-week interview, so...

  20. Tips on how to get accepted into an Accelerated BSN program

    One1 replied to nornelas's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Volunteering in a hospital or other healthcare setting or becoming a CNA/EMT and working in healthcare prior to applying to nursing schools will definitely boost your resume. Also, it allows you...

  21. Applying for an ED job. Need Advice!

    One1 replied to 4usen's topic in Emergency

    You might want to find out if techs are supposed to be EMTs or can be CNAs in your Emergency Department. Many departments require an EMT certification. If CNA is sufficient, then I think you should...

  22. How much are new grads RN/BSN in denver?

    One1 replied to ilovedenver's topic in Colorado Nursing

    You can, but the market is tight. It helps if you did your senior practicum here or worked as a CNA/tech while in school, that is how many I know got their job offers after graduation. If you are open...

  23. EMT - B with nursing school?!

    One1 replied to keegs13's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I did my EMT certification parallel to prerequisites. My program did not have summer break, I was in an accelerated

  24. EMT - B with nursing school?!

    One1 replied to keegs13's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I worked as an EMT-B (plus IV cert) throughout nursing school and found it extremely beneficial, so I'd say go for

  25. MA to LVN to PA... Or maybe NP?

    One1 replied to MAmorales's topic in General Students

    Just for your info, many universities are changing the NP programs to Doctorate's degree programs (previously Master's programs). This adds an additional step to your degree planning if you decide to...